Straight from the F Bar

Barn Notes, Gear Picks, and Real Use Stories

This is where we put the practical stuff in plain language. Barn setup, daily routines, what we are testing, and what actually holds up when you use it every day. If you are building a new setup or upgrading what you have, start here and work outward.

Flat back bucket versus round bucket for horse barn use

Flat Back Bucket vs Round Bucket: Which One Should You Use?

By Kenneth Fomby
Flat back buckets and round buckets both belong in a...
5 min read
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Horse bucket size chart for feed water and barn chores

Horse Bucket Size Chart: What Size Bucket Does Your Barn Need?

By Kenneth Fomby
A practical horse bucket size chart covering 8 qt, 18...
8 min read
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Small horse barn feeding setup with buckets feeders and tools

Small Barn Feeding Setup: Buckets, Feeders, and Cleanup Tools

By Kenneth Fomby
A practical guide to building a cleaner small barn feeding...
5 min read
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Horse feed room organization ideas for faster daily chores

Horse Feed Room Organization Ideas That Save Time Every Day | K&D Equestrian

By Kenneth Fomby
A better horse feed room saves motion, reduces mistakes and...
5 min read
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Horse wash rack setup with practical grooming upgrades

Wash Rack Setup for Horses: 7 Practical Upgrades That Make Grooming Easier

By Kenneth Fomby
Seven practical wash rack upgrades that make horse grooming, bathing,...
6 min read
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Horse trailer bucket setup for feed and water on the road

Best Horse Trailer Bucket Setup | Feed and Water Bucket Guide

By Kenneth Fomby
A good trailer bucket setup saves space, reduces mess and...
6 min read
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Standard flat back bucket compared with K&D contoured bucket

Standard Flat Back Bucket vs K&D Contoured Flat Back Bucket

By Kenneth Fomby
Most flat back buckets solve the wall problem. K&D’s contoured...
4 min read
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Horse stall setup essentials with buckets feeders and tools

Horse Stall Setup Essentials: Buckets, Feeders, and Tools That Make Barn Work Easier

By Kenneth Fomby
A practical guide to building a cleaner, more efficient stall...
6 min read
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Horse mineral block feeder guide for outdoor barn setups

How to Keep Horse Minerals Dry Outside | Mineral Block Feeder Guide

By Kenneth Fomby
A practical guide to keeping mineral blocks drier outside, reducing...
6 min read
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Seven signs it is time to replace a horse bucket

When to Replace a Horse Bucket | 7 Signs It Is Time

By Kenneth Fomby
A practical guide to the signs that a bucket is...
5 min read
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Best stall fork for pellet bedding and daily barn cleanup

Best Stall Fork for Pellet Bedding: What Works in Real Barn Cleanup

By Kenneth Fomby
Pellet bedding changes how a stall fork works. This guide...
6 min read
Horse water bucket height and stall placement guide

How High Should a Horse Water Bucket Hang? Stall Placement, Safety, and Flat Back Bucket Tips

By Kenneth Fomby
A simple guide to safer water bucket placement, including height,...
6 min read
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Best bucket color for horse hydration and drinking routines

Best Bucket Color for Horses to Drink More Water (Plus Simple Hydration Fixes)

By Kenneth Fomby
A practical look at bucket color, horse hydration habits and...
4 min read
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Citraquin fly spray routine for real horse barns

Citraquin® Fly Spray: The Routine First Alternative for Real Barns | K&D Equestrian

By Kenneth Fomby
A routine-first guide to Citraquin and how to keep fly...
3 min read
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Platinum versus Silver Line horse bucket comparison guide

Platinum vs Silver Line: The 60 Second Answer

By Kenneth Fomby
A plain-language comparison of K&D Platinum Line and Silver Line...
2 min read
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FAQ

Quick answers.

What is Straight from the F Bar?

It is our blog for barn routines, gear notes, and real use stories from the K and D Equestrian world.

Where should I start if I am new here?

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